BECKI OWENS

Dining Rooms

15 Affordable Vintage Turkish Rugs

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Las Palmas Project Dining Room

Yesterday’s post was all about preparing your dining rooms for holiday guests. As a follow up, I wanted to share a post on one of my favorite dining room accessories, vintage rugs. As seen in my Las Palmas Project above, a vintage rug adds color, interest and a is a great way to introduce unique, one of a kind items into your decor without breaking the bank. Wether they are placed under the table or in the entry, nearby, a vintage rug makes a beautiful statement. Here are 15 affordable, vintage Turkish rugs for you to browse. Maybe one will be the perfect fit for your home. Have a great Thursday!

Xxo
Becki

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Guest Prep: Dining Rooms

Today I’m back with some more guest prep ideas. After surviving a fun but busy Halloween weekend, my thoughts are now moving on to Thanksgiving and I’m sharing a few guest prep ideas for decorating your dining room in time for the holiday. Here are 5 tips for making your dining rooms entertain ready….

Update your Dining Table and Chairs

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Transformed Tuscan Dining Room

Although a new table and chairs are a big expense, it is a quick way to revamp your dining space without major work. In this transformed Tuscan dining room, a rustic trestle table and white wishbone chairs changed the space from dark and heavy to airy and modern. If you are hosting Thanksgiving, it would be fun to update with a large table and new chairs like the unique ones I used below.

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Ground the Space with a Durable Rug

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Amber Fillerup Clark NYC Apartment

I don’t always use a rug in a dining space because of potential messes, but in many dining rooms the warmth and interest it adds to the space is worth any extra work. If your home does not have a formal dining room but instead a  kitchen/dining combo, a rug under the table defines the space. An antique rug in a rich color is gorgeous for the season, or you could look for an easy to vacuum flat-weave rug or an affordable and durable jute or sisal.

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Everyday Interior Design

 

Add a Statement Light

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Las Palmas Project

An amazing light makes a all the difference. I keep most of my dining spaces clean and minimal but make a statement with the light. In my Las Palmas Project dining space, I chose a bold chandelier that draws attention to the round dining table and complements the rattan chairs. Choose a light that matches the scale of the table and room.

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Brittany Makes

Personalize the Room with a Gallery Wall

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Olympic Way Project

Dining rooms are intimate spaces for friends and family to gather. I like to personalize the space with a gallery wall of photos. Not only does it add color and interest, but it is honors the friends and family in the pictures and is a fun way to remember good times. For tips on styling a gallery wall, read my post here.

 

Style the Table

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Lauren Nelson via Architechtural Digest

If your dining room is already dialed in, then all you have left is to create an inviting table display. For a fresh, minimal look, try a simple row of succulents or monochromatic pumpkins in the middle of the table. Or for a more rustic feel, combine natural foliage with a bit of shine. For more inspiration and tips, read here.

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The Leslie Style

With only three and half weeks until Thanksgiving, now is the perfect time to start preparing. Make sure you check out all my Guest Prep posts for more ideas on readying your home for upcoming holiday visitors:

Guest Prep: How to Style a Bedroom
Guest Prep: Creating Cozy Living Spaces
Guest Prep: Make a Great First Impression

Have a happy Wednesday!

Xxo
Becki

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CLIENT FAVORITES

Before and After: Olympic Way Project

Today I have a total transformation to share with you. I had the pleasure of updating the kitchen and family room spaces of a home for a client who wanted light and bright spaces for her children and grandchildren to visit. The whole feeling of these rooms changed from dark and dated to fresh and inviting. Check out the before and after pictures of the Olympic way project below.

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The first and most impactful step of this remodel was paint. By painting all the walls, trim and bookshelves white it dramatically brightened the spaces. The color is Swiss Coffee by Benjamin Moore. It is one of my go to white paints. To see more white paint options you can browse my white paint guide here.

Next, the dark inset carpet was replaced with light gray carpet. Between the paint and the carpet the whole feeling of the room was lifted, creating a fresh foundation for new furnishings.

My client wanted to entertain and have it be a family friendly space so I choose a large sectional in a textured gray linen fabric and upholstered chairs for plenty of comfortable seating.  Pink and coral accents with vintage textiles and warmth from natural wood planters give the space color and interest.

One of my favorite updates are the bookshelves. Styled with new accents and some old treasures, they became a bright and beautiful focal point for the room.

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The kitchen got a fresh makeover with a new 3×6 Calcutta tile backsplash that extends to the ceiling for a more modern, custom look. The counters are polished Calacatta Gold marble and look beautiful with the refaced white shaker style cabinetry. Matte black hardware and faucets give the space a refined, modern edge.



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A large rectangular lantern in the kitchen nook pairs well with the black accents from the kitchen. By removing existing cabinetry the space became bright and open. A clean, modern wall of black framed family pictures was all the space needed to feel complete with a little personality.  This is a great example of one of my designing mantras – less is more! I love this fresh, crisp space.

Thank you for sharing in the transformation of the Olympic Way project. For a list of resources and to get the look see below. Have a wonderful day!

Xxo
Becki

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Weekend Home Sales

This weekend some of my favorite items are on sale. I love the classic black gallery frames at West Elm, I even have them in my own bedroom. They are currently 20% off! Plus, Pottery Barn is having a great dining event. All of their furniture and seating, needed to make a beautiful dining space, is on sale. Check out my favorite picks from this weekend’s home sales below. Have a wonderful weekend!

Xxo
Becki

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Dining Chair Roundup

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New dining chairs make all the difference. To give your dining room a facelift this year consider the fresh look of mid-century chairs or chairs with a vintage throw back. The dining room above, designed by Dabito, is a beautiful example of the new bohemian. Eclectic finds and an unexpected mix of colors and finishes make for an interesting, curated space. Today, I’ve selected several of my current dining chair obsessions for you to browse. Whether your starting fresh or looking for the perfect chairs to finish your project, these chairs will make any dining space look fresh, modern and updated.

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Dining Chair Roundup

  1. Ida Wishbone Chair
  2. Kathryn Side Chair
  3. Ruby Chair
  4. Emer Chair
  5. Alva Chair
  6. Admiral Chair
  7. Marc Chair
  8. Ingrid Chair
  9. Spindle Side Chair